Bridges to Independence (Arlington, VA) leads individuals and families out of homelessness and into stable, independent futures. Please visit www.bridges2.org and our social media outlets to learn more about our work.

Bridges to Independence (Bridges) seeks a Community Engagement Associate to support fundraising, events, communications, and volunteer efforts in order to raise funds and the organizational profile with partners, donors, and volunteers. The goal of the position is to help advance Bridges’ mission by expanding the development initiatives and network of support. This position is an exciting opportunity to get a taste for various areas in the field of development. Work flow will vary day to day and may include data entry, communications, prepping mailings, coordinating volunteers, and fielding calls for in-kind donations. This position is supervised by the Chief of Philanthropic Partnerships Officer (CPPO) and supervises interns.

A successful candidate will demonstrate competency in the following areas, as well as works well in a faced-paced environment, is eager to learn, asks thoughtful questions, and is willing to be a part of a dedicated team.

Development/Fundraising

Execute the day-to-day internal tasks for the development division in support of the CPPO

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining strong attention to detail

How to Apply: For consideration, please email a cover letter, resume, salary history, and one writing sample to Christina Armstrong, Chief of Philanthropic Partnerships Officer at carmstrong@bridges2.org with the subject line “Community Engagement Associate.” No phone calls please.

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Additional Salary Information: Commensurate with experience

Internal Number: 001

About Bridges to Independence

Bridges to Independence leads individuals and families out of homelessness and into stable, independent futures. We offer a continuum of aid and support for all family members, helping them attain financial security and move forward into self-sufficiency. As homelessness is often episodic, our other priority is working closely with former participants to ensure they are able to remain securely housed and do not fall into homelessness again.
A private, nonprofit organization, Bridges has been working with and for homeless families since 1985, when we were founded as the Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless. We became Bridges to Independence in 2015 because we needed a name that better reflects how our mission and service spectrum have evolved and expanded over the years.
Our bridges – our services – strengthen families and provide them with the stability, skills, knowledge, and community networks to become self-sufficient. We offer supports for every family member – adults and children alike. Our short-term goal is to help individual clients right now. Long-term we aim to break the intergenerational cycle of poverty by preparing today’s struggling kids to be tomorro...w’s successful adults. From housing to financial literacy, from tutoring to youth development, from life skills to career counseling, we tailor a continuum of services. Some activities are required, some are optional, and some are just plain fun.